KrižankeIn the Heart of Ljubljana
Križanke are the heart of cultural life in Ljubljana, where unique architecture meets outstanding art. In this special venue, combining Renaissance and Baroque elements, concerts, theatrical performances, and numerous other events of the Ljubljana Festival take place, offering visitors unforgettable experiences in a magical setting.
Ljubljana Festival events at Križanke venue
Little Arts Colony
Over the course of four days, children will create musical instruments, mosaics, and prints using various materials while exploring different art techniques. The workshops will conclude with an exhibition of their artistic creations.
XXVIII. International Arts Colony
Despite technological advancements, art enriches us with spiritual peace and genuine emotions that technology cannot replace, which is why we must value and preserve it.
Slovenian PhilharmonicThe Stage of Classical Art
The Slovenian Philharmonic is the central Slovenian music institution with a rich tradition dating back to 1701, when the Academia Philharmonicorum was established, making it one of the oldest musical associations in Europe.
Ljubljana Festival events at the Slovenian Philharmonic
Pehlivanian Professsional Opera Academy
Don Giovanni is Mozart’s opera about a seducer, performed in concert version by the Pehlivanian Opera Academy.
Guiyang Symphony Orchestra
The Guiyang Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Guoyong Zhang, blends Chinese and Western musical influences.
National GalleryHome of Art and History
The National Gallery is the central Slovenian institution for older art, housing the largest collection of visual artworks on Slovenian territory, ranging from the High Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Ljubljana Festival events at the National Gallery
Korean Chamber Orchestra
The Korean Chamber Orchestra, joined by Min Kim and soloist Esther Yoo, will present a program that blends Korean folk music with classical masterpieces.
SNG Opera and Ballet LjubljanaA place of elegance
SNG Opera and Ballet Ljubljana is Slovenia’s central artistic institution with a long-standing tradition, dating back to 1892 when the Provincial Theatre Building was opened. Today, it serves as the home of opera and ballet and is one of the most important cultural venues in Slovenia.
Cankarjev domThe hub of culture and knowledge
Cankarjev dom, Slovenia’s central cultural and congress centre, was conceived as a national venue for art, science, and public dialogue.
Ljubljana Festival events at Cankarjev dom
Phantom of the Opera
In the summer of 2025, the award-winning musical The Phantom of the Opera will premiere at Cankarjev dom, bringing its emotionally powerful love story to audiences and winning hearts around the world.
Svetlana Zakharova & Vadim Repin Pas De Deux For Toes and Fingers
Svetlana Zakharova and Vadim Repin unite ballet and violin in a deeply expressive performance, joined by dancers from the Bolshoi and the Dissonance Ensemble.
Congress SquareA stage under the stars
Congress Square is one of the most important squares in Ljubljana, blending rich history, architectural heritage, and contemporary urban life.
Glej TheatreTheatre without borders
Founded in 1970, Glej Theatre is the oldest non-institutional theatre in Slovenia and one of the first experimental theatres in the former Yugoslavia.
